They used to have the Oak & Ola burger and it was perfection. Best burger in town. They changed the menu and their updated burger has heirloom tomatoes. Which is fine. It was good but more messy to eat and greasier than the Oak & Ola burger was. Doesn't measure up to what the Oak & Ola burger was. That all said -----My burger last night had a green tomato on it. I didn't think too much of it until as we left, I started to feel nauseous. Then I woke up in the middle of the night with terrible stomach pains and got really sick. I'm still nauseous and my stomach feels fragile. I researched that raw green tomatoes can give you upset because of some levels of toxins in them. Fried green tomatoes are ok because they're cooked. But the raw green tomato on my burger did me in.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Diana Carlson
Everything was awesome, the food, the service, and the whole atmosphere. Oak & Ola is totally going on our regular spot list!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lauren Boyer
Our party of 4 met here tonight and it was an amazing dinner. Josh was our server and my husband and I agreed that he provided one of the top 3 dining experiences that we have ever had. His service was impeccable and every single thing he recommended was amazing. He truly knew the ins and outs of the menu and after only talking to us for a bit was able to make stellar suggestions that had our table raving about how delicious everything was.
We started out with the whipped feta, lobster ravioli, and artichokes - it was all good but the whipped feta and lobster ravioli were incredible.
No one got the same dinner so between the 4 of us we had the hanger steak with truffle fries, the filet, the pork chop, and the gulf fish which tonight was red snapper. Not a single thing was bad and the upgrade for the truffle fries was worth every cent.
The drinks were also outstanding and for those that don’t drink but still want something fun, the bartenders make fantastic NA drinks as well.
We ended the meal with dessert and got the toffee cake and affogato, both of which were delicious.
Overall we had an incredible meal, but truly what made it stand out was the service. We’ll be back and will certainly be asking to sit with Josh!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rachel 713
Oak and Ola (O&O) accommodated a large party reservation for my husband and me to hold our wedding reception dinner following our ceremony. From start to finish, the staff at O&O was absolutely superb. Our family and friends in attendance have not stopped talking about the quality of the food and drinks, the beautiful atmosphere, and the attentiveness of the bartenders and wait staff. We worked directly with Erin to get everything sorted for our big day and she was nothing short of excellent. We are so thankful for the diligence, communication, attention to detail, support, commitment, and dedication to our day. I cannot recommend O&O enough. If I could give them a 20/10 I would. Everything was absolutely perfect and we are so appreciative!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alex Kazanski
OAK & OLA at Armature Works is pure magic – elevated Euro-American dining in a stunning, timeless space with river views 🌅🍷. Wood-fired dishes shine: Spanish octopus, snapper amandine, chicken Marsala, hanger steak, or rack of lamb specials – every bite is flavorful and shareable. Creative cocktails (try chef-inspired spritzes), brunch croque monsieur, and desserts like Basque cheesecake are highlights. Servers like Johnny & Stephany are pros – knowledgeable, attentive, no rush. Pro tip: Book via Resy for patio/dog-friendly seats, pair with Heights Market vendors for groups. Date night, brunch, or special occasion perfection! 👌
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paris
Perfect spot for a lunch date!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Simmy Shah
Nice location, good ambience. Food was very subpar.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
George Chester
The food was delicious the service was great Destiny helped us out and was awesome!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
alice montalto
We always enjoy our visits to oak and ola. The staff is so knowledgeable and friendly. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming and the food is superb. Tonight out server was Dane and he totally added to our evening with lovely conversation and knowledge of the menu
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
fanthedog
Great atmosphere, very good food, service is quick and efficient
I had the pleasure of dining at Oak & Ola and trying several of their dishes, including the Roasted Pepper and Eggplant Zacusca, the Margherita Pizza, Gulf Fish Amandine, the O&O burger, and the Chicken Milanese. What really stood out to me about the chicken Milanese was the sauce paired with the arugula absolutely perfect. The margherita pizza was delightful and savory, while the roasted pepper and eggplant had a very unique flavor; it was crunchy, bold, and pleasantly different. Someone else at our table ordered the O&O Burger and said it was very good the Gulf Fish was okay.
On top of the amazing food, our server Carla was fantastic. She was attentive to all her tables, her recommendations were spot on, and her sweet, friendly personality truly elevated the entire dining experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Amanda Hernandez
Went to a networking event here and wow, this place was really impressive. First, I love that they were easy to find. Once you park their entrance was close by. Second, the atmosphere was beautiful. They had various types of seating like couches, chairs and bar seats. We sat on the couches and they were so comfy and well kept. Next, the food. They had a grazing table sort of style that had burgers, pizza, meat balls, charcuterie and more. Everything was delicious, we even got to go boxes. Finally HUGE shout-out to the bartenders/wait staff. They were so friendly and anticipated our needs. They were friendly and made excellent drinks. I never want to come to armature works because I always think it's going to be crazy busy and hectic, but this place slowed things down a bit. It was enjoyable and relaxing and not too crowded. I will absolutely come back for a date night. P.s. ask about the 5 elephants hanging on the lights.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rae Batten
We had the absolute best New Year’s Eve dinner at Ola & Oak from start to finish. One of the owners was simply amazing. From accommodating our last-minute reservation to personally checking in on us throughout the evening, the hospitality was exceptional. He even offered us a taste of the lobster ravioli, which was absolutely delicious and such a thoughtful touch.
Every dish we ordered was outstanding. We had the Gulf fish amandine, salmon, and hanger steak, and each one was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. Truly a memorable meal.Our server, Quincy, was top notch. When we asked for recommendations, he did not just list favorites. He gave us a thoughtful tour of the menu, explained the dishes, and helped guide our choices. He was attentive, personable, and made the entire experience feel special.
Hands down the best option for our casual but elevated New Year’s Eve dinner. Incredible food, warm hospitality, and excellent service. Adding this to the rotation when we visit Tampa.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Grace zimmerman
Everything about my experience was 10/10. The staff was so kind and attentive, the food was AMAZING and the atmosphere was fun, clean and aesthetically pleasing. Huge shout out to our waitress Jaybreona and the manager Andy!!
They used to have the Oak & Ola burger and it was perfection. Best burger in town. They changed the menu and their updated burger has heirloom tomatoes. Which is fine. It was good but more messy to eat and greasier than the Oak & Ola burger was. Doesn't measure up to what the Oak & Ola burger was. That all said -----My burger last night had a green tomato on it. I didn't think too much of it until as we left, I started to feel nauseous. Then I woke up in the middle of the night with terrible stomach pains and got really sick. I'm still nauseous and my stomach feels fragile. I researched that raw green tomatoes can give you upset because of some levels of toxins in them. Fried green tomatoes are ok because they're cooked. But the raw green tomato on my burger did me in.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Everything was awesome, the food, the service, and the whole atmosphere. Oak & Ola is totally going on our regular spot list!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our party of 4 met here tonight and it was an amazing dinner. Josh was our server and my husband and I agreed that he provided one of the top 3 dining experiences that we have ever had. His service was impeccable and every single thing he recommended was amazing. He truly knew the ins and outs of the menu and after only talking to us for a bit was able to make stellar suggestions that had our table raving about how delicious everything was.
We started out with the whipped feta, lobster ravioli, and artichokes - it was all good but the whipped feta and lobster ravioli were incredible.
No one got the same dinner so between the 4 of us we had the hanger steak with truffle fries, the filet, the pork chop, and the gulf fish which tonight was red snapper. Not a single thing was bad and the upgrade for the truffle fries was worth every cent.
The drinks were also outstanding and for those that don’t drink but still want something fun, the bartenders make fantastic NA drinks as well.
We ended the meal with dessert and got the toffee cake and affogato, both of which were delicious.
Overall we had an incredible meal, but truly what made it stand out was the service. We’ll be back and will certainly be asking to sit with Josh!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Oak and Ola (O&O) accommodated a large party reservation for my husband and me to hold our wedding reception dinner following our ceremony. From start to finish, the staff at O&O was absolutely superb. Our family and friends in attendance have not stopped talking about the quality of the food and drinks, the beautiful atmosphere, and the attentiveness of the bartenders and wait staff. We worked directly with Erin to get everything sorted for our big day and she was nothing short of excellent. We are so thankful for the diligence, communication, attention to detail, support, commitment, and dedication to our day. I cannot recommend O&O enough. If I could give them a 20/10 I would. Everything was absolutely perfect and we are so appreciative!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
OAK & OLA at Armature Works is pure magic – elevated Euro-American dining in a stunning, timeless space with river views 🌅🍷. Wood-fired dishes shine: Spanish octopus, snapper amandine, chicken Marsala, hanger steak, or rack of lamb specials – every bite is flavorful and shareable. Creative cocktails (try chef-inspired spritzes), brunch croque monsieur, and desserts like Basque cheesecake are highlights. Servers like Johnny & Stephany are pros – knowledgeable, attentive, no rush. Pro tip: Book via Resy for patio/dog-friendly seats, pair with Heights Market vendors for groups. Date night, brunch, or special occasion perfection! 👌
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Perfect spot for a lunch date!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice location, good ambience. Food was very subpar.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
The food was delicious the service was great Destiny helped us out and was awesome!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We always enjoy our visits to oak and ola. The staff is so knowledgeable and friendly. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming and the food is superb. Tonight out server was Dane and he totally added to our evening with lovely conversation and knowledge of the menu
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great atmosphere, very good food, service is quick and efficient
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
I had the pleasure of dining at Oak & Ola and trying several of their dishes, including the Roasted Pepper and Eggplant Zacusca, the Margherita Pizza, Gulf Fish Amandine, the O&O burger, and the Chicken Milanese. What really stood out to me about the chicken Milanese was the sauce paired with the arugula absolutely perfect. The margherita pizza was delightful and savory, while the roasted pepper and eggplant had a very unique flavor; it was crunchy, bold, and pleasantly different. Someone else at our table ordered the O&O Burger and said it was very good the Gulf Fish was okay.
On top of the amazing food, our server Carla was fantastic. She was attentive to all her tables, her recommendations were spot on, and her sweet, friendly personality truly elevated the entire dining experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Went to a networking event here and wow, this place was really impressive. First, I love that they were easy to find. Once you park their entrance was close by. Second, the atmosphere was beautiful. They had various types of seating like couches, chairs and bar seats. We sat on the couches and they were so comfy and well kept. Next, the food. They had a grazing table sort of style that had burgers, pizza, meat balls, charcuterie and more. Everything was delicious, we even got to go boxes. Finally HUGE shout-out to the bartenders/wait staff. They were so friendly and anticipated our needs. They were friendly and made excellent drinks. I never want to come to armature works because I always think it's going to be crazy busy and hectic, but this place slowed things down a bit. It was enjoyable and relaxing and not too crowded. I will absolutely come back for a date night. P.s. ask about the 5 elephants hanging on the lights.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had the absolute best New Year’s Eve dinner at Ola & Oak from start to finish. One of the owners was simply amazing. From accommodating our last-minute reservation to personally checking in on us throughout the evening, the hospitality was exceptional. He even offered us a taste of the lobster ravioli, which was absolutely delicious and such a thoughtful touch.
Every dish we ordered was outstanding. We had the Gulf fish amandine, salmon, and hanger steak, and each one was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. Truly a memorable meal.Our server, Quincy, was top notch. When we asked for recommendations, he did not just list favorites. He gave us a thoughtful tour of the menu, explained the dishes, and helped guide our choices. He was attentive, personable, and made the entire experience feel special.
Hands down the best option for our casual but elevated New Year’s Eve dinner. Incredible food, warm hospitality, and excellent service. Adding this to the rotation when we visit Tampa.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Everything about my experience was 10/10. The staff was so kind and attentive, the food was AMAZING and the atmosphere was fun, clean and aesthetically pleasing. Huge shout out to our waitress Jaybreona and the manager Andy!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely loved this spot and their cocktails.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
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